DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty)

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DALK (Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty) at Arham Eye Hospital & Cornea Care Centre in Rajkot is an advanced partial-thickness cornea transplant surgery and is considered the gold standard treatment for advanced Keratoconus. This specialized corneal transplant procedure preserves the patient’s healthy inner corneal layer while replacing only the damaged outer layers of the cornea.

What is DALK Surgery?

DALK is an advanced keratoplasty procedure used for patients with severe Keratoconus or deep corneal scars where the innermost endothelial layer of the cornea is still healthy and functional.

DALK Procedure

During the DALK surgery, the diseased outer and middle corneal layers (stroma) are carefully removed using the advanced “Big Bubble” technique. A healthy donor corneal graft, with its inner endothelial layer removed, is then precisely sutured into place. This technique helps preserve the patient’s natural endothelium and reduces the risk of graft rejection.

Benefits of DALK Cornea Transplant

• Advanced treatment for severe Keratoconus

• Preserves the patient’s healthy inner corneal layer

• Lower risk of graft rejection compared to full-thickness transplant

• Improved corneal strength and visual clarity

• Effective treatment for deep corneal scars

At Arham Eye Hospital, renowned cornea specialist Dr. Dharmesh Shah brings over 20 years of expertise in advanced cornea care and 7000+ corneal transplant surgeries in Rajkot. As a leading Keratoconus treatment center in Saurashtra, Arham Eye Hospital offers complete Keratoconus management, from C3R (Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking) to advanced DALK surgery for severe cases.